Kamala Harris may not be the President yet, but as Vice President and the presumptive Democratic nominee, she holds significant influence within the Democratic Party and the current administration. Wisconsinites are placing the earnest on her, President Biden, and all Democratic leaders to do everything in their power to make meaningful progress toward an immediate ceasefire in Gaza. This is not just a future responsibility but a present one.

Our votes are not guaranteed—they are earned by leaders who take bold and decisive action to end the violence. We call on Democrats to reflect the values of their constituents, who overwhelmingly support peace and justice. The time to act is now, before the election, to show that they are committed to the principles of human rights and are willing to stand up against genocide. We are watching closely, and our support depends on their ability to deliver real change, not just promises.

The U.S. has considerable leverage through diplomatic and economic tools that can be used to encourage a ceasefire, protecting both Palestinian and Israeli lives while minimizing risks to American troops. These tools include implementing an arms embargo, withholding military aid, and imposing sanctions on Israeli leaders responsible for human rights violations. The U.S. can also support investigations by the International Criminal Court and International Court of Justice, enforce United Nations resolutions, and challenge Israel’s impunity in the deaths of Palestinians.

By utilizing these strategies, the Biden-Harris administration can stop the bombing, uphold international law, and ensure that U.S. foreign policy reflects values of peace and justice.

No matter what we look like or where we come from, we all deserve safety, freedom, and justice. The genocide, war, and destruction in Gaza affects all of us. Families right here in Wisconsin have lost innocent loved ones in Gaza and thousands of American troops have been moved to the region as Israel continues to escalate toward potential regional warfare. While our families face rising prices, our government has sent billions of dollars in military aid to Israel and prepared our troops to backstop a war that most Americans do not support. How our leaders invest our tax dollars across the globe should reflect our core values and voter interests. By advocating for justice in Palestine, we call for a democracy that reflects the will of the people and affirm the role of America in upholding peace and human rights. However, when our leaders deviate from these values, they establish a troubling legacy that makes all of us less safe.

Our campaign is driven by pro-democracy voters and is focused on immediate policy impact, not on political figures. We believe in holding all leaders, regardless of party affiliation, accountable to the standards of human rights and responsible global leadership. Elected leaders have a duty to listen to voters, and it’s our job to make our voices heard in the upcoming November election to ensure our concerns are reflected in candidates’ platforms.

Despite Americans making hundreds of thousands of calls to elected officials demanding an end to the bloodshed in Gaza, meaningful progress has yet to be made. If our leaders continue to ignore those appalled by the ongoing genocide, many may choose to sit out this election entirely. As we approach November, this election is our opportunity to send a strong message to President Biden and the Democratic Party: they must act now to end the war. While concerns about Trump’s policies are valid, our campaign emphasizes the need for accountability and policy changes from the current administration that align with our values of peace and human rights.

We know that a majority of Wisconsinites strongly support a permanent ceasefire and want to see a stop to U.S. weapons for Israel’s unending war on the Palestinian people. As people of conscience, people of justice, and people who want peace, we need to make our voices heard in a measurable and specific way. 

We have the power to save lives in Gaza, especially because of our position as voters in a battleground state. Our votes, our voices, and our visibility in Wisconsin cannot be ignored, so when you pledge “Ceasefire first,” you are joining thousands who are calling on Democrats to align with the voice and conscience of the majority of Americans. 

We still have time to use our leverage, join the pledge to send a clear message that a platform of peace is the pathway to victory against right-wing attacks on our freedoms.Votes in the Presidential primaries are translated into delegates at the party convention who support the voters’ candidate. Uninstructed delegates are not bound to support any particular candidate. To receive delegates, “Uninstructed” must receive 15% of the statewide vote or 15% in any congressional district. Those delegates will vote in the Democratic National Convention in Chicago and will have a voice in the party’s choice of candidate and policy platform.

President Biden and Vice President Kamala have failed to represent the vast majority of Americans who want an immediate and permanent ceasefire and an end to our government's unconditional funding of Israel's military. We are going to use our voice and our political power to send him a message that if he wants our votes, he has to listen to Wisconsin and drastically change course in Gaza now.

We believe all human life is sacred. A permanent ceasefire is the best and fastest strategy to protect both Palestinian civilians and the Israeli hostages.

President Biden and Vice President Kamala have failed to represent the vast majority of Americans who want an immediate and permanent ceasefire and an end to our government's unconditional funding of Israel's military. We are going to use our voice and our political power to send her a message that if she wants our votes, she and President Biden have to listen to Wisconsin and drastically change course in Gaza now.

Despite widespread American support for a ceasefire, the U.S. continues to send weapons while providing food aid through ineffective means such as airdrops. Our campaign demands an immediate shift towards policies that prioritize peace and effective humanitarian support​​.

What are your demands?

As our pledge states, we demand that Vice President Harris does everything in her power to enact a permanent and unconditional ceasefire in Gaza. This includes steps like halting and conditioning U.S. military and weapons aid for Israel, or committing to enacting an arms embargo if she is elected. 

As Uninstructed voters from the April Democratic primary, we also call for the full entry of humanitarian aid to Gaza, reinstating aid to UNRWA, and an end to U.S. military aid to Israel. As before, we are sending a clear message that the margin of victory in Wisconsin will be determined by a serious and immediate change in this administration’s approach in Gaza—and/or serious promises for change from Vice President Harris.Despite widespread American support for a ceasefire, the U.S. continues to send weapons while providing food aid through ineffective means such as airdrops. Our campaign demands an immediate shift towards policies that prioritize peace and effective humanitarian support​​.

We are your neighbors, shopkeepers, peers, teachers, fellow parents, and cheese lovers across the state. We believe in using the democratic process—and the power of our vote—to serve justice and the interests of all our communities.

What will you do with my contact information?

The contact information of all pledge signers will not be publicly shared. We will only use your contact information to share occasional updates relevant to this campaign.

Do I have to be registered as a Democrat to sign the pledge?

No. Any registered voter in WI who feels conflicted about voting for the Democratic presidential nominee due to the Biden/Harris Administration’s handling of the ongoing genocide in Gaza can take the pledge.We are your neighbors, shopkeepers, peers, teachers, fellow parents, and cheese lovers across the state. We believe in using the democratic process—and the power of our vote—to serve justice and the interests of all our communities.